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2078 Highway 81 W, McDonough, GA, 30253

3beds
2baths
1,204sqft
$275,000
$228price/sqft
$1,975/moest. monthly cost
$79,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 2078 Highway 81 in McDonough! Nestled on a beautiful 1-acre level lot with no HOA and no subdivision, this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers the perfect blend of modern updates and peaceful country living. Inside, you'll find new hardwood flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, and tastefully updated kitchen and bathrooms, creating a truly move-in-ready home you'll love from day one. The expansive, open lot provides endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, adding a workshop, or simply enjoying the privacy and freedom that comes with owning acreage. Conveniently located with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and major highways, this home offers the tranquility of country living without sacrificing convenience. Move-in ready and priced to sell, this is the perfect combination of updates, land, and location. An exceptional opportunity at an exceptional value!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
22
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
4/10
Hampton Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.8 mi
3/10
Hampton High SchoolGrades 9-122.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled,Resale
  • Year built: 2000

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: A-Frame,Ranch,Traditional,Bungalow/Cottage
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven/Range (Combo)
  • Laundry features: In Hall

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo

Features

  • Double Vanity,Tray Ceiling(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Split Bedroom Plan,High Ceilings
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,204
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Other,Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,204
  • Total interior livable area: 1,204 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Breakfast Bar,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Breakfast Area,Solid Surface Counters

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 03702017002

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Porch,Patio
  • Exterior features: Other
  • Fencing: Fenced,Back Yard
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Seasonal View
  • Waterfront features: No Dock Or Boathouse

Lot

  • Lot size: 1 Acres
  • Features: Level,Open Lot,Private

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage,Attached
  • Has garage: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hail
Lightning
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

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Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,390$16,680
Home Insurance *$163$1,956
Property Taxes $203$2,436
Electricity $219$2,637
Total$1,975$23,700
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$67,714/yr
40% on housing$59,250/yr
45% on housing$52,666/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,778Commercial: 638
Total Premiums$16.25M
Total Exposure$2.20B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.1%
9.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$228This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 30253$134
Henry County$141

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 30253$149
Henry County$148

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-16Pending sale$275,000
2026-07-22Listed for sale$275,000
2020-04-23Sold$155,000
2020-03-18Pending sale$154,900
2020-03-17Listed for sale$154,900
2020-03-10Pending sale$154,900
2020-03-09Listed for sale$154,900
2014-10-23Sold$98,000
2014-07-11Listed for sale$105,000
2012-07-17Sold$76,000
2012-01-06Listing removed$39,900
2011-12-17Listed for sale$39,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentMichieva Atkins
BrokerageThe Atkins Realty Group

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